My RV AC Stopped Working After Connected To Generator

by Lukas
(new britain CT)

Question: Hi My AC stopped working after I connected power to my generator (1000W) and I forgot switch the AC off on the thermostat. I was able to turn it on once when I plug in to the 120 outlet, but now it doesn't work.

Thanks, Lukas

Robbie: You should never plug into power with the AC on. The 1000 watt generator is way too small to run your AC and you may have damaged the AC and/or tripped a breaker on the generator. If your AC comes on and it doesn't get cold anymore I suggest you have it checked to see if something was damaged. You may need a new start capacitor or have a burned connection. Regardless I would have a qualified tech look at it.

Comments for My RV AC Stopped Working After Connected To Generator

We did not know AC was on when we plugged in power cord. When are new to this. AC was working when we left for store, but not when we returned. Can't get it running, 100 degrees outside.

Jun 08, 2014

rv air problemby: ron

yes i just got a new gen. it was a 4000 but when i use it it did something to my aircondition is there a teck around modesto ca that i can call to have them look at it my e-mail is
ron20982187@yahoo.com phone no. 209-606-3747
hope ypou can help me out for i'm retire and don't have a lot of extra money
thank you
Ronald

Sep 23, 2017

aIR cONDITIONERNEWby: Anonymous

My A/c fan is not running when I turn on my generator. I've adjusted my thermostat is there anything else I need on?

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